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November 6, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome back to The Zista podcast. Today, we venture into the intricate world of startups, a domain that's often discussed and yet remains, at times, elusive in its true essence. With us today is Dhaval Thanki. Spanning an impressive 18-year journey across tech, digital SAAS, and analytics, Dhaval's expertise is undeniable. Currently the Executive Vice President at Loginext, he stands at the junction of hands-on experience and strategic foresight. As we explore today's topic, we'll touch upon Dhaval's perspective on young graduates making their foray into the startup space. We'll also seek his advice for students contemplating their own startup ventures. In essence, this episode promises an in-depth understanding of the startup ecosystem, unveiling the intricacies and opportunities that lie within. Join us...

Navigating Careers in Advertising

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Podcast

November 6, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to the latest episode of The Zista Podcast. Today, we're exploring the challenging yet rewarding domain of food startups, with a special focus on the Quick Service Restaurant sector. It's about more than just delicious food—it's about business acumen, determination, and innovation. We're joined by Biraja Rout, founder of Biggie's Burger. From its initial days as a small kiosk to now being a prominent name across several cities in India, his story offers a first-hand look at the challenges and triumphs of the food business. In our conversation, we'll explore Biraja's inspiration, the growth of Biggies Burger, and the nuances of making a successful transition from one industry to another. If you've ever wondered about the real grind behind the glamor...

Hospitality Hustle: Start, Grow, and Scale your Startup.

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Podcast

November 6, 2023

Managing Brands in a Web 3.0 Universe

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Podcast

September 7, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The transition to Web 3.0 is more than just a technological advancement; it's reshaping the very fabric of our online interactions and brand engagements. This week on The Zista Podcast, we're joined by Ipshita Kumar, VP of Brand Innovation at Hype. She sheds light on the nuances of this transformation, how brands can adapt, and what students need to know to be at the forefront. As we stand on the precipice of a new digital age, this episode offers a clear lens into the future of branding in an ever-evolving digital sphere. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_icon icon_fontawesome="fab fa-youtube" color="custom" size="xl" align="center" custom_color="#ff8500"][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_icon icon_fontawesome="fas fa-headphones-alt" color="custom" size="xl" align="center" custom_color="#ff8500"][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_icon icon_fontawesome="fas fa-book-open" color="custom" size="xl" align="center" custom_color="#ff8500"][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_column_text]Web 3.0 is more than just...

The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Launch and Grow Successful Startups

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September 6, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome back to The Zista Podcast, where we dissect a variety of compelling topics. Today, we turn our focus to the mechanics of launching and growing successful startups. Our guest, Tanul Mishra, CEO of Afthonia Labs, brings her extensive experience to bear, offering insights that span multiple industries and the specialized world of fintech startups. In today’s episode, you’ll find a wealth of practical strategies and actionable insights, whether you’re in the early stages of business idea validation, navigating the nuances between incubators and accelerators, or fine-tuning a pitch deck for diverse audiences. With questions that resonate across the entrepreneurial spectrum, this conversation aims to equip you with the understanding and tools that are often hard-won in the fast-paced worlds of...

How to use Communication Skills to Enhance your Personal Branding

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Podcast

August 23, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Every personal brand has a story, and its potency lies in how compellingly it's narrated. In today’s episode of The Zista Podcast, we're joined by Dan Ram, a voice that has resonated on TEDx stages five times and has been shaped by a myriad of experiences from 10 countries. In this episode, we venture into the essence of communication in personal branding, its role in cultivating trust, and its impact in resonating with the right audience. Moreover, for those seeking inspiration, Dan delves into his own passion for public speaking and shares the techniques he’s fine-tuned over the years. There's immense value waiting to be unlocked; all geared to refine your personal branding strategy. So, dive into this episode and harness the full...

The Power & Essence of Personal Branding

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Podcast

August 16, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Navigating the world of personal branding? Let Dan Ram, a luminary with credentials like 5x TEDx speaker, 3x entrepreneur, and a global upbringing in 10 countries, be your guiding star. With academic roots in iconic institutions such as Yale and Trinity College, and experiences ranging from the UN to dynamic startups, he embodies the versatility and depth of personal branding in the modern age. In this episode of The Zista Podcast, we journey through the significance of carving a unique identity, especially for students poised at the threshold of their careers. Drawing inspiration from his mantra, 'Start Now Start Simple', Dan Ram's insights promise a transformative perspective on branding oneself in today's competitive landscape. Tune in to learn how to leave a...

How to Overcome Fear and Embrace Change

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August 9, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Change and the accompanying fear it brings, are facets of life we all grapple with. In this episode of The Zista Podcast, we delve into this ever-relevant topic, drawing wisdom from someone who's navigated significant life transitions. Priya Hajela had a two-decade long journey in the corporate sector, playing pivotal roles at giants like Tata Communications, IBM, Reliance Communications, Tech Mahindra, and Qwest Communications in the U.S. But in a defining moment, she chose to swap the corporate maze for the creative canvas of fiction writing. Through our chat with Priya, we unearth the inspirations behind her debut novel “Ladies Tailor”, discuss the intricate challenges of industry shifts, and ponder on how one can prepare for significant career or academic transitions. All...

How Customer Analytics is Transforming the Hospitality Industry

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August 2, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join us in the latest episode of The Zista Podcast, where we explore the intersection of customer analytics and the hospitality industry with our esteemed guest, Dilpreet Singh, Head of CRM, Loyalty and Partnerships at ITC Hotels. We discuss the evolution of customer loyalty programs, the wealth of career opportunities in customer analytics, and how CRM is being used to enrich customer experiences. This episode offers valuable insights for students and professionals, particularly those interested in the overlap of hospitality and data analytics. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_raw_html]JTVCdmNfaWNvbiUyMGljb25fZm9udGF3ZXNvbWUlM0QlMjJmYWIlMjBmYS15b3V0dWJlJTIyJTIwY29sb3IlM0QlMjJjdXN0b20lMjIlMjBzaXplJTNEJTIyeGwlMjIlMjBhbGlnbiUzRCUyMmNlbnRlciUyMiUyMGN1c3RvbV9jb2xvciUzRCUyMiUyM2ZmODUwMCUyMiU1RA==[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI1NjAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjIzMTUlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGWHloaW1RWGo1N0ElMjIlMjB0aXRsZSUzRCUyMllvdVR1YmUlMjB2aWRlbyUyMHBsYXllciUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93JTNEJTIyYWNjZWxlcm9tZXRlciUzQiUyMGF1dG9wbGF5JTNCJTIwY2xpcGJvYXJkLXdyaXRlJTNCJTIwZW5jcnlwdGVkLW1lZGlhJTNCJTIwZ3lyb3Njb3BlJTNCJTIwcGljdHVyZS1pbi1waWN0dXJlJTNCJTIwd2ViLXNoYXJlJTIyJTIwYWxsb3dmdWxsc2NyZWVuJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNF[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_raw_html]JTVCdmNfaWNvbiUyMGljb25fZm9udGF3ZXNvbWUlM0QlMjJmYXMlMjBmYS1oZWFkcGhvbmVzLWFsdCUyMiUyMGNvbG9yJTNEJTIyY3VzdG9tJTIyJTIwc2l6ZSUzRCUyMnhsJTIyJTIwYWxpZ24lM0QlMjJjZW50ZXIlMjIlMjBjdXN0b21fY29sb3IlM0QlMjIlMjNmZjg1MDAlMjIlNUQ=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_raw_html]JTVCdmNfaWNvbiUyMGljb25fZm9udGF3ZXNvbWUlM0QlMjJmYXMlMjBmYS1ib29rLW9wZW4lMjIlMjBjb2xvciUzRCUyMmN1c3RvbSUyMiUyMHNpemUlM0QlMjJ4bCUyMiUyMGFsaWduJTNEJTIyY2VudGVyJTIyJTIwY3VzdG9tX2NvbG9yJTNEJTIyJTIzZmY4NTAwJTIyJTVE[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_column_text]Introducing the newest episode of The Zista Podcast, where we explore the transformative role of customer analytics in the hospitality industry. Our guest for this episode is Dilpreet Singh, Head of CRM, Loyalty and Partnerships...

IoT: How Electronics Manufacturing is driving Sustainability in India

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July 26, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to "The Zista Podcast"! Today, we're thrilled to have Ashish Chinthal, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the business and technology domain. An alumnus of Stanford LEAD, with an MBA from NMIMS, and a B.E. in Electronics & Telecommunications from Mumbai University, Ashish's journey is remarkable. He has excelled in diverse roles, from Business Development to Operations leadership, and currently heads Strategy and Business Operations at Napino Digital Solutions. Join us as we explore his insights and experiences on this episode![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_raw_html]JTVCdmNfaWNvbiUyMGljb25fZm9udGF3ZXNvbWUlM0QlMjJmYWIlMjBmYS15b3V0dWJlJTIyJTIwY29sb3IlM0QlMjJjdXN0b20lMjIlMjBzaXplJTNEJTIyeGwlMjIlMjBhbGlnbiUzRCUyMmNlbnRlciUyMiUyMGN1c3RvbV9jb2xvciUzRCUyMiUyM2ZmODUwMCUyMiU1RA==[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI1NjAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjIzMTUlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGYXZIampmRE5za0ElMjIlMjB0aXRsZSUzRCUyMllvdVR1YmUlMjB2aWRlbyUyMHBsYXllciUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93JTNEJTIyYWNjZWxlcm9tZXRlciUzQiUyMGF1dG9wbGF5JTNCJTIwY2xpcGJvYXJkLXdyaXRlJTNCJTIwZW5jcnlwdGVkLW1lZGlhJTNCJTIwZ3lyb3Njb3BlJTNCJTIwcGljdHVyZS1pbi1waWN0dXJlJTNCJTIwd2ViLXNoYXJlJTIyJTIwYWxsb3dmdWxsc2NyZWVuJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNF[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_raw_html]JTVCdmNfaWNvbiUyMGljb25fZm9udGF3ZXNvbWUlM0QlMjJmYXMlMjBmYS1oZWFkcGhvbmVzLWFsdCUyMiUyMGNvbG9yJTNEJTIyY3VzdG9tJTIyJTIwc2l6ZSUzRCUyMnhsJTIyJTIwYWxpZ24lM0QlMjJjZW50ZXIlMjIlMjBjdXN0b21fY29sb3IlM0QlMjIlMjNmZjg1MDAlMjIlNUQ=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_raw_html]JTVCdmNfaWNvbiUyMGljb25fZm9udGF3ZXNvbWUlM0QlMjJmYXMlMjBmYS1ib29rLW9wZW4lMjIlMjBjb2xvciUzRCUyMmN1c3RvbSUyMiUyMHNpemUlM0QlMjJ4bCUyMiUyMGFsaWduJTNEJTIyY2VudGVyJTIyJTIwY3VzdG9tX2NvbG9yJTNEJTIyJTIzZmY4NTAwJTIyJTVE[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_column_text]Welcome to The Zista Podcast! Today, we are delighted to feature Ashish, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in the business and technology domain. A Stanford...